Coca-Cola's Minute Maid is phasing out its iconic frozen juice concentrate line by early 2026, marking the end of a post-war American pantry staple as consumer habits shift toward ready-to-drink options.
Packaging leader Silgan Holdings reports robust 2025 results, driven by record performance in dispensing closures and pet food containers. With key leadership changes and the Vayner acquisition fully integrated, the company outlines a confident, if cautious, outlook for 2026 amid evolving consumer trends.
Ford Motor Company and China's Geely are negotiating a landmark manufacturing and technology partnership, as U.S. auto dealers lobby to block Chinese market entry and rising prices reshape consumer access to new vehicles.
With shares of Kraft Heinz (KHC) languishing near $24, a stark disconnect has emerged between its market price and fundamental valuations. Our analysis delves into whether the consumer staples giant represents a compelling opportunity for patient investors or a classic value trap, examining cash flow models, peer comparisons, and the broader narrative shaping its future.
Ross Stores' stock has surged 30% in the past year, significantly outperforming major indices. Strong quarterly results and bullish analyst sentiment highlight the off-price retailer's momentum in a cautious consumer environment.
PepsiCo announces permanent price cuts of up to 15% on its popular snack portfolio, citing consumer affordability pressures and shifting dietary trends ahead of key selling seasons.
In a significant reshuffle of retail and fintech outlooks, Wall Street analysts have issued contrasting calls on two consumer-facing giants. While PayPal faces a downgrade amid intensifying competition, discount retailer Five Below receives a bullish upgrade, highlighting the market's search for value in an uncertain economy.
Aurora Cannabis reports a 7% rise in Q3 revenue, fueled by record international medical cannabis sales. The company announces a strategic pivot to exit lower-margin Canadian consumer operations, betting big on high-growth regulated markets in Europe and Australia.
The home goods giant is expanding beyond retail shelves, acquiring Tokens.com to build a blockchain-powered platform aimed at revolutionizing real estate and asset financing for homeowners.
New research reveals that while consumers are eager for novel private-label products, deep discounts remain the most powerful catalyst to overcome purchase hesitation and drive trial.
Despite Federal Reserve rate cuts, auto loan payments continue to climb, squeezing consumers and casting a shadow over 2026 sales forecasts. Industry leaders warn that rising vehicle prices, insurance costs, and emerging stress in subprime lending are keeping potential buyers out of the market.
Magnera Corporation faces a split verdict from Wall Street as analysts offer conflicting price targets. While the company navigates a challenging consumer landscape, its latest earnings reveal pockets of growth amidst broader declines, prompting debate on its value proposition.
Venture firm SNAK, founded by ex-Pritzker Group investors, closes an oversubscribed $50 million fund to back digitization in overlooked industrial and B2B verticals, betting on a new wave of marketplace startups beyond consumer tech.
The sharp retreat in cocoa futures from record highs presents a new strategic dilemma for Mondelez and its rivals, forcing a delicate balance between protecting margins and retaining cost-sensitive consumers in a volatile market.
As two NFL titans clash in the Super Bowl, Nevada retailers project an unprecedented economic windfall, with consumers prioritizing game-day experiences despite inflationary pressures.
Coca-Cola announces the discontinuation of Minute Maid's iconic frozen canned juices by early 2026, marking a strategic shift away from a once-dominant format as consumer preferences evolve.
PepsiCo's Q4 earnings surpassed expectations, but the story behind the numbers reveals a strategic pivot: slashing snack prices to win back consumers while banking on productivity gains and international markets to fuel its 2026 ambitions.
As credit card interest rates soar past 20%, consumer advocate Clark Howard warns that mounting revolving debt is creating a financial trap for millions, demanding urgent action rather than gradual repayment.
As consumer habits shift decisively toward mobile, Meta Platforms' AI-driven engagement growth presents a formidable challenge to streaming pioneer Netflix, reshaping the landscape of the digital attention economy.
Shares of Capital One Financial (COF) surged following the release of Aristotle Capital Management's Q4 2025 investor letter, which highlighted the consumer finance giant as a key contributor to its value strategy's performance. The move comes amid a resilient economic backdrop where value stocks have shown renewed strength.
